CAO course · Level 8 · Round 1 2026
GY314 Earth and Ocean Sciences, University of Galway: CAO points 2026
University of Galway, Level 8. Round 1 2026 points: 432. Up 10 on 2025, when Round 1 was 422 and the final cut-off 403. Points last checked 5 October 2026.
- Round 1 points
- 432
- 2025 Round 1
- 422
- Level
- 8
- College
- University of Galway
GY314 points 2026 and 2025
Round 1 is the main cut-off. Round 2 shows only when the course made offers in that round. The last column is the latest published figure: for 2025 that is the end-of-season cut-off, for 2026 the most recent round so far.
| Year | Round 1 | Round 2 | Latest |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 432 | - | 432 |
| 2025 | 422 | 403 | 403 |
2026 figures from the CAO points lists, checked 5 October 2026. 2025 figures from the CAO 2025 points chart.
How far are you from 432?
Put your grades into the calculator. It applies the best-six rule, the Higher Maths bonus and LCVP the way CAO does, then compare your total with 432.
432 points is above roughly 60% of 2026 candidates (about 40.1% scored 430 or more). See the full 2026 points distribution.
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Other courses at University of Galway
The University of Galway courses closest in points to GY314. All University of Galway courses and points.
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- GY310Marine ScienceLevel 8443
- GY350Computer Science and Information TechnologyLevel 8440
- GY308Environmental ScienceLevel 8434
- GY111Arts (English and Creative Writing)Level 8413
- GY130Arts (Music)Level 8413
- GY133Education (Computer Science and Mathematical Studies)Level 8413
- GY313Occupational Health and Safety ManagementLevel 8410
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Round 2
No Round 2 offers were made for GY314: the Round 1 cut-off was the last one.
The main figure on this page is the Round 1 cut-off: the points of the last applicant offered a place. It is not a fixed entry requirement. When Round 1 offers are turned down, places free up and points can fall in Round 2. See the CAO key dates and how CAO offers work.
Questions about GY314
What were the CAO points for GY314 in 2026?
Earth and Ocean Sciences (GY314) at University of Galway had a Round 1 cut-off of 432 points in 2026.
What were the points for GY314 in 2025?
The 2025 Round 1 cut-off for GY314 was 422 points, Round 2 was 403 and the final end-of-season figure was 403. Up 10 on 2025, when Round 1 was 422 and the final cut-off 403.
Is GY314 a Level 8 course?
Yes. GY314 appears on the CAO Level 8 list, so it is an honours bachelor degree.
Did points for GY314 drop in Round 2?
No Round 2 offers were made for GY314: the Round 1 cut-off was the last one. Round 2 offers went out on Monday 7 September 2026. Later rounds only matter for courses that still have places.
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